I. Job Summary
This position reports directly to the Area Director of Disposal Operations and indirectly to the Corporate Director Gas Operations. This position manages; landfill gas collection and control system (GCCS) operations, capital budget planning and dispersal, regulatory compliance, and will provide oversight of and support to Area landfill Gas Technician(s) and Gas Operations Supervisor(s).
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, organize and manage capital projects for the GCCS design, construction, and operations within a defined geographic area of coverage.
- Under senior management direction, work toward predetermined goals and objectives such as; implementing standards relating to environmental protection regarding the control and management of landfill gas within a defined geographic area of coverage (i.e., Area level).
- Participate in the planning and engineering design strategy and approval of the operating and capital budget fCS as well as procurement and distribution of landfill gas (LFG) conveyance equipment and materials.
- Direct and manage internal and external (consultant or contractor) company resources. Manage asset development within the defined geographic area of coverage including: GCCS installation/modifications, compliance monitoring testing and reporting, program development, change, LFG program optimization, and site and personnel reviews.
- Organize and execute routine communications with Area and Corporate management regarding both significant development projects as well as to ensure compliance and consistency with company-wide GCCS and air quality programs.
- Participate in communication with local, state, or national internal and external stakeholders to discuss program or project objectives that meet WM objectives of optimizing GCCS operations, ensuring environmental protection or performance, and reducing compliance costs to the field.
- Possess interpersonal skills, including ability to assure acceptance of company-wide standards, leadership, motivational, and social skills.
- This position will implement company-wide training programs, directives, policies, and procedures related to GCCS design, construction, operations, and maintenance within a defined geographic area of coverage (i.e., Area).
- Support: Air Program, Legal, Environmental Protection (EP) Managers in responding to and resolving any regulatory issues pertaining to LFGCS operations.
- The coordination of energy recovery projects may include tasks such as wellfield operations, and / or coordination with plant administrators, managers, and supervisors. Provide engineering and operational support to ensure the proper operation of existing landfill gas control devices are not adversely affected by the operations of energy recovery projects.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- Associate\'s Degree (accredited) from vocational school
- High School Diploma and two (2) additional years of relevant work experience
- 10+ years of relevant work experience in area of engineering and/or construction specializing in GCCS design, construction, and/or operations (in addition to education requirement)
- Valid and unrestricted driver?s license
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Repetitive Motions
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
- Sitting
- Talking
- Hearing
? Combination: This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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